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torbreck, the steading, barossa valley 2005
WINE ENTHUSIAST
92
ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE
95

2005 torbreck, the steading, barossa valley

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Why We're Buying

The Steading stands out as a hallmark of the Torbreck portfolio. The grenache-dominate Rhône blend uses the best grapes from 45 different sources. The result: a flavor and investment that is more than worthwhile.

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WINE ENTHUSIAST
92

Wine Enthusiast

Different in style from the equally good 2004, the 2005 Steading is a bigger, richer, warmer wine, with brandied cherry fruit flavors and a rather fat, almost oily mouthfeel. More fruit and feel, less earth and spice. Drink it up over the next few years.

ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE
95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Very deep garnet colour. A wonderfully opulent nose that recalls elements of both Chateauneuf du Pape and textbook Barossa: warm blackberries, moss, game, freshly cracked black pepper and five spice with a touch of dried Provence herbs. The medium+ level of acidity perfectly balances this wine’s full body and the medium level of velvety tannins provides harmonious texture. Very, very long finish. Drink now – 2018. Tasted November 2008.